Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Replacement

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Fig 1: Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Reposition Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cover and Pad. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement
1	Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Rod Procedure Use a flat-bladed tool to push upward on the front seat recliner hub tab while gently tapping the recliner rod outward until the rod is free of the recliner motor.
2	Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 6 N.m (53 lb in)
3	Driver or Passenger Seat Recliner Actuator Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Pull up on the trim cover to gain access to the seat recliner actuator bolt. Remove the seat recliner actuator.